About Dr. K R Suresh Bapu
Dr. Bapu is a highly respected top neurosurgeon in India. He is recognised throughout for his surgical precision and compassionate care. With over 49 years of clinical expertise, he specialises in minimally invasive brain and spine surgery expert, microsurgical and minimally invasive treatments for complex brain, skull base, and spinal conditions. Dr. K R Suresh Bapu is a skull base & spine tumour surgeon, particularly renowned for his ability to handle high-risk cases involving skull base tumours, spinal cord compression, brain aneurysms, and disc herniations, where accuracy and preservation of neurological function are paramount. His meticulous surgical approach is supported by the latest neuronavigation systems, endoscopy, and intraoperative monitoring, ensuring optimal outcomes even in the most challenging scenarios.
In addition to his clinical practice, Microsurgical Neurosurgery Specialist Dr. K R Suresh Bapu remains actively involved in neurosurgical education, serving as faculty for national CME programs and workshops. Patients across India and abroad trust him not only for his technical skills but also for his empathetic approach to patient care and clear communication. He is committed to offering personalised treatment plans that balance innovation with safety.
OPD Schedule Of Dr. K R Suresh Bapu
Consultation Fees Rs. 1500 /-
SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai
- MBBS
- MS in Neurosurgery
- Fellowship in Skull Base & Endoscopic Neurosurgery – Singapore General Hospital
- Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery – University of Zurich, Switzerland
- Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council (TNMC)
- Member of Neurological Society of India (NSI) & Indian Society for Skull Base Surgery
- Brain Tumours & Skull Base Lesions, including pituitary tumours
- Spinal Disorders: Herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative conditions
- Cerebrovascular Conditions: Aneurysms, AVMs, stroke-related issues
- Neurotrauma and Functional Neurosurgery (e.g., DBS, epilepsy)
- Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Cranial & Spinal Surgery
- Microsurgical Skull Base Approaches
- Neuronavigation-Guided Surgery
- Endoscopic pituitary tumour resection
- Skull base tumour excision via tailored microsurgical routes
- Minimally invasive tubular spine decompression & fusion
- Neuronavigation-guided intracranial tumour removal
- Endovascular or microsurgical management of aneurysms & AVMs
- Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon – SIMS Hospitals, Chennai
- Additional Professor of Neurosurgery, Madras Medical College, Chennai
- Visiting Consultant - Apollo Speciality Hospital, Chennai
- Best Outgoing Student - Madurai Medical College - 1973
- Best Teacher Award - MGR University
- Published multiple peer-reviewed articles on skull base and minimally invasive spine surgery
- Active researcher and presenter at national and international neurosurgery conferences
- “What Comes Down Must Go Up—Chiasmal Prolapse: A Field Report. Neuro-ophthalmology”
- “Post-traumatic cranial nerve injury. Indian Journal of Neurotrauma”
- Total removal of complex skull base meningiomas with full functional recovery
- Endoscopic pituitary tumour excision preserving vision and pituitary function
- Minimally invasive spine surgery enables immediate mobilisation
- Timely intervention and repair of an aneurysm bleed with no neurological deficit
Procedure | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
Endoscopic Pituitary / Skull Base Surgery | 2,50,000 - 7,50,000 | 2921 - 8764 |
Minimally Invasive Spinal Decompression & Fusion | 3,50,000 - 10,00,000 | 4090 - 11,685 |
Aneurysm / AVM Microsurgical Repair | 3,00,000 - 8,00,000 | 3505 - 9348 |